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Colorful 7 Layer Dip Recipe: A Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer for Any Occasion

Colorful 7 Layer Dip


  • Author: Jennifer Mitchell
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This colorful 7 layer dip is an easy-to-make appetizer that brings a variety of flavors to your table. The combination of creamy guacamole, savory refried beans, and fresh toppings like sour cream, cheese, and tomatoes will make it a hit at your next party.


Ingredients

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  • 2 avocados – peeled, pitted, and diced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup salsa
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 4 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives – drained and finely chopped

Instructions

  • Layer 1 (Guacamole): Mash the avocados and mix with cilantro, salsa, lime juice, garlic salt, and pepper.
  • Layer 2 (Sour Cream): Stir taco seasoning into the sour cream and spread evenly.
  • Layer 3 (Refried Beans): Layer refried beans on the bottom of your dish.
  • Layer 4 (Tomatoes): Add diced tomatoes evenly over the beans.
  • Layer 5 (Green Onions): Sprinkle green onions on top of the tomatoes.
  • Layer 6 (Cheese): Add shredded cheese as the next layer.
  • Layer 7 (Olives): Finish with chopped olives on top.

Notes

  • For a spicy twist, try adding sliced jalapeños.
  • You can prepare the dip ahead of time. Just cover and refrigerate.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Layering
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8th of the dip
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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